This broad valley saddle is located at the crest of the Uncompahgre Plateau and
the base of Mt. Sneffels just a little west of Ridgway.
The area is interspersed with trees including patches of aspen. There is
abundant wildlife and pretty good fishing.

The railroad tracks from Ridgway are steep at a 4 percent grade. Heading the
other direction, west, the grade is still steep at 3 percent all the way to Placerville.

Dallas Divide never had a railroad depot and was not a "regular"
stop for the railroad. Instead the trains were flagged to stop by using hand
signals as the train approached.

There were two sidings with a 52 car total capacity and a wye that allowed
the engines to turn around. Buildings included a Section House, Bunk House, Coal
Shed, Car Shed, and stock pens.